IRONMAN 70.3 Eagleman
About the race
IRONMAN 70.3 Eagleman is an authentic Chesapeake race hosted in the historic town of Cambridge on Maryland's Eastern Shore. Boasting over 25 years of racing history, this event offers athletes a proving ground featuring a flat, fast swim in the Choptank River, a fast bike course, and a scenic run through Maryland's Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge.
Athletes will experience Cambridge's local charm, vibrant art scene, regional seafood, and family-friendly adventures while competing for personal records or completing their first 70.3 distance.
Race Inclusions & Highlights:
- 1.2-mile swim in the tidal Choptank River
- 56-mile bike course with minimal elevation through wildlife refuges
- 13.1-mile 2-loop run course along the riverfront and residential Cambridge
- Event gear, finisher medal, athlete gift, on-course nutrition, and post-race food
On-Course Hydration & Nutrition
On-course nutrition is provided by Maurten, utilizing Hydrogel Technology. Available options include GEL 100 and GEL 100 CAF 100, each delivering 25g of carbohydrates per sachet. GEL 100 CAF 100 includes 100mg of caffeine per serving.
Flex90 Early Entry Benefits
Athletes registering under the Flex90 promotion within the first 90 days receive flexible registration benefits, including fee-free transfers and partial refund options if plans change.
Relay Teams
Relay teams of 2 or 3 participants can complete the race together across disciplines. All relay team members must be at least 18 years old on race day and must check in together at Athlete Check-In.
What your entry includes
The course
The race consists of a 1.2-mile brackish water swim in the Choptank River with a counterclockwise layout, starting and finishing at Gerry Boyle Park. The 56-mile bike course is a single loop with 330 ft of total elevation gain, passing through country roads and the open marshes of Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge. The 13.1-mile run course is a flat, 2x out-and-back route along the Choptank River and residential Cambridge streets, including the Algonquin neighborhood.
ROKA Swim Course
The swim takes place in the brackish waters of the Choptank River. Swim start and finish are located at Gerry Boyle Park, where athletes enter the water via the small beach and swim a counterclockwise rectangle to exit at the boat ramp.
The river features a tidal current; athletes swim against the tidal current on the outbound leg and with the tidal current on the inbound leg.
ZOOT Bike Course
The one-loop bike course features only 330 ft of elevation gain, providing a flat ride. Once out of town, the route winds through country roads and the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge. While there are no hills, winds blowing across open fields and marshlands add a challenging dynamic.
HOKA Run Course
The run course is a 2x out-and-back route along the Choptank River and through the residential streets of Cambridge, featuring a loop through the scenic Algonquin neighborhood and finishing at Gerry Boyle Park.
Race weekend schedule
Location
City insight: Cambridge
Cambridge, Maryland, is a small town on the Choptank River on the Eastern Shore of the Chesapeake Bay, with flat farmland and marsh around it, known for the Eagleman triathlon. The climate is humid subtropical: summers (June to August) are hot and humid with storms, autumn is mild, winters (December to February) are cool, and spring is fresh. Late spring to early autumn is the usual racing season, and the heat and humidity are the main factors. It is about two hours by road from Washington, D.C.
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Are two-person Relay Teams permitted?
Yes. A two-person relay can complete the race with any combination of disciplines. Relay teams may later add a third person if they wish.
Can all team members cross the finish line together?
No. Only the run leg relay participant can cross the finish line. If other team members cross with the runner, the team will receive a disqualification.
Can I be a team member on two different relay teams?
No. Team members are only allowed to compete on one relay team.
What will a Relay Team need to bring to Athlete Check-In?
All relay team members must have a photo I.D. and sign individual waivers. If not already registered, you will need to do so at the Solutions table. Bring a credit card for the USAT one-day license payment if needed.
How do I request to switch a Relay Member?
Contact the event email address with details of the team member you wish to cancel, along with the full name and email address of the new team member.
Do all Relay Team Members need to attend Athlete Check-In?
Yes. All teams MUST arrive together for Athlete Check-In to ensure all materials are accounted for.
What is the Withdrawal Policy for a Relay Team?
Relay captains are eligible for a partial refund of the registration fee according to the withdrawal policy options.
Does each Relay Team Member receive a timing chip?
No. The relay team receives one timing chip at bike check-in which acts as a baton transferred between team members in transition.
Do all Relay Team Members need to be the same age and gender?
No. Relay team members can be comprised of a mix of gender and age, provided all participants are at least 18 years of age on race day.
If a team member fails to make the course cut-off, can other team members still complete their leg of the race?
No. Failure to complete the swim or bike course within the time constraints results in a DNF for the entire team.
If I am the swimmer or cyclist, how do I receive my finisher medal and finisher items?
The runner will collect all 3 finisher medals and hats for the entire relay team.
How does transition work for Relay Teams?
If provided, team members meet in the designated relay pen to pass the timing chip. If no pen is provided, team members meet at the bike rack. The biker must receive the chip before un-racking the bike and must rack the bike before passing the chip to the runner.